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Photographic Print : 20050309. NAMIBIA Marienfluss Himba woman giving child a drink of water
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20050309. NAMIBIA Marienfluss Himba woman giving child a drink of water
NAMIBIA Marienfluss Himba woman giving child a drink of water from Coca Cola bottle. The Himba traditional way of life is being threatened by uncontrolled tourism. Semi nomadic pastoral people related to the Herero and speaking the same language
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Media ID 20073300
© eye ubiquitous / hutchison
Africa Children Drink Ethnic Food And Food And Drink
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Experience the captivating storytelling of the Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring the powerful image "20050309" from EyeUbiquitous. Witness the intriguing interplay of tradition and modernity in this evocative portrait of a Himba woman from Namibia, as she tenderly gives her child a drink from a Coca-Cola bottle. This beautiful print, captured by renowned photographer, serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between cultural preservation and the encroaching influence of uncontrolled tourism. Bring this thought-provoking image into your home or office to spark conversation and inspire reflection.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a poignant moment in the heart of Namibia's Marienfluss region. Here, a Himba woman tenderly offers her child a drink of water from an unlikely source - a Coca Cola bottle. This simple act symbolizes the clash between tradition and modernity that threatens the Himba people's way of life. The Himba are semi-nomadic pastoralists, closely related to the Herero tribe and sharing their language. They have long preserved their unique cultural heritage, living off the land and adhering to traditional customs. However, uncontrolled tourism has begun encroaching upon their ancestral lands, posing significant challenges to their existence. In this image, we witness both resilience and vulnerability. The woman embodies strength as she navigates these changing times while nurturing her child with limited resources at hand. It serves as a reminder that even in remote corners of Africa, globalization leaves its mark. Through this photograph, we are invited to reflect on the delicate balance between progress and preservation. It prompts us to question how our actions impact indigenous communities like the Himba who strive to maintain their age-old traditions amidst an ever-changing world. Let this image serve as a call for responsible tourism practices that respect local cultures and empower communities rather than exploit them. May it inspire us all to appreciate diversity and safeguard those whose ways of life enrich our global tapestry
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